28-10-2009, 10:40
kvincent5555 Wrote:Usually, but I think it's important to distinguish between pop as an artistic form or genre and manufactured/disposable pop. In more concrete terms, it's the difference between the Beatles' music, a handfull of great pop songs by other artists, and the remaining 99% of pop music, which is like you say: reflecting short-term trends, tastes, and commercial interests rather than breaking new ground or aiming for quality songs that stand the test of time.well said:nod:
I see nothing wrong with sweet, catchy, melodic songs per se, so long as they're good, and don't make me want to rip my ears off or strangle the singer.
